AS400 System Administrator

Job Title: AS400 System Administrator

Location: Remote

Duration: 12+ Months

Responsibilities

• Provide daily operational support for AS400 systems, ensuring uptime and optimal performance.
• Perform routine system monitoring, backups, and patching to maintain system integrity.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to the AS400 platform, including hardware and software issues.
• Support and enhance AS400 -based business applications (e.g., ERP systems, custom applications).
• Assist with system configuration and application setups to align with business processes.
• Plan, schedule, and implement system upgrades and patches to ensure the system is running on the latest software versions.
• Work closely with other IT teams to test and implement new features and functionality.
• Monitor system performance and make recommendations for optimization.
• Perform capacity planning to ensure adequate resources for growing business needs.
• Provide training and guidance to end users on AS400 systems and applications.
• Serve as a point of contact for end-user troubleshooting and queries.
• Create and maintain technical documentation, including system configurations, processes, and troubleshooting procedures.
• Generate regular status reports on system performance, issues, and resolutions.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Proven experience with AS400 system administration and support.
• Strong knowledge of IBM iSeries OS/400, i5/OS, DB2, and related tools.
• Familiarity with RPG, CL programming, and SQL on the AS400 platform.
• Experience with system backups, disaster recovery, and performance tuning for AS400 systems.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and the ability to identify, analyse, and resolve complex issues.
• Experience with application support, particularly in ERP or other business applications running on AS400.
• Knowledge of security and user management within the AS400 environment.
• Good communication skills to interact with both technical teams and end-users.

Qualifications we seek in you!

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Experience with modern AS400/iSeries management tools, such as IBM Navigator for i and Performance Tools for i.
• Certifications in IBM iSeries or related technologies are a plus.
• Experience with ITIL processes or other IT service management frameworks.
• Experience with modernizing AS400/iSeries applications and integrating with newer technologies (e.g., cloud, web services, etc.).
• Knowledge of additional platforms and technologies (e.g., SAP, Oracle, SQL Server) is a plus.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with clients and stakeholders at all levels.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.